Controls & Automation Engineer (m/f/d)

Job description

Mission Brief As a Controls & Automation Engineer at ISAR, you will be deeply involved in building and maintaining all kinds of test benches, test sites and launch sites for subcomponent testing up to launching rockets. This will include planning, developing and commissioning of the required control systems (Beckhoff PLC & TwinCAT 3), followed by full lifecycle support, including troubleshooting and upgrading systems. Your Role in Our Space Mission : Develop PLC software for new and existing ground systems Design PLC hardware setups and topologies Perform risk analyses and design safety-critical electrical systems Commission control systems of new ground systems and tweak to operator’s needs Maintain and support ground systems in all phases of their lifecycle Troubleshoot PLC systems Qualification Checklist A degree in electrical engineering, automation technology, or the like/ A certified engineer (German: ‘staatlich geprüfter Techniker’) in automation technology 2+ years of experience in automation and PLC technology, ideally using Beckhoff PLCs Experience in the field of PLC programming (soft-PLC) and commissioning, ideally using Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 or CODESYS based systems Hands-on experience in giving technical support and troubleshooting in the field or remotely Knowledge about industrial fieldbus systems Basic understanding of electrical schematics Highly organized and proactive with high attention to detail Can-do attitude and outstanding communication skills Fluent in English Bonus Skills Experience with measurement technology and broad knowledge of sensors and sensor signals Experience with functional safety system design and implementation Benefits Employee Participation Program: Share in our success through our virtual company share program 30 days of vacation: Enjoy the days off to relax and recharge Company pension plan: Secure your future with our company pension plan, featuring a 20% employer contribution after the probation period Subsidised lunch: Stay energised with delicious, subsidised lunches every day Public transport ticket: Commute with ease using a fully financed Deutschlandticket Sport Clubs membership: Stay fit with our sponsored sports club memberships (EGYM Wellpass) Individual learning allowance: Grow your skills with an individual learning budget granted after the probation period Childcare allowance: Receive a childcare allow…